Fresh Carnation Church Altar Arrangement from Germany
Florist-made altar decoration with 30 fresh carnations in oasis holders for religious ornamental use. HTS 0603.12.70.00 applies to such partly assembled fresh carnation articles excluding other material accessories. Commonly imported for event decorators.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Separate invoices for flowers vs containers to clarify primary classification as cut flowers
• Inspect for spider mites pre-shipment; common carnation pest requiring fumigation certs
• Use 'For Immediate Ornamental Use Only' labeling to avoid propagation misclassification